{"id":11554,"date":"2021-06-04T12:01:40","date_gmt":"2021-06-04T09:01:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drago-met.ru\/?p=11554"},"modified":"2024-03-22T17:22:18","modified_gmt":"2024-03-22T14:22:18","slug":"beloe-zoloto-i-platina-v-chem-raznitsa-eto-odno-i-tozhe-ili-net-chem-otlichayutsya-dva-metalla-kakoj-luchshe-vybrat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drago-met.ru\/en\/zoloto\/vidy-zolota\/beloe-zoloto-i-platina-v-chem-difference-eto-odno-i-tozhe-ili-net-chem-otlichayayutsya-dva-metal-koj-luchshe-vybrat\/","title":{"rendered":"White gold and platinum: what is the difference, is it the same or not, what is the difference between the two metals, which is better to choose?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sometimes buyers mistakenly believe that these precious metals are identical. Indeed, they are virtually indistinguishable in appearance, but they have their own unique qualities. White Gold<\/a> \u0438 Platinum<\/a>what is the difference? Let's look at the characteristics of each material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Platinum and white gold: what do the two precious metals have in common?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The resemblance of these materials is immediately noticeable, and it is not so easy to tell them apart \"by sight. Many ordinary people, far from the jewelry industry, are convinced that they are one and the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In fact, the identity between these metals ends at the outer features. Moreover, Platinum<\/a> has a natural silver hue, while the color of white gold is achieved by adding various impurities to the melt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Interesting fact:<\/strong> The metal was dubbed \"platino\" by the Spaniards during the time of the conquistadors, which means \"silversmith\" in a contemptuous way. The mineral was ubiquitous among the newly discovered placer gold deposits, and gold miners treated this find with disdain.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

\"Platinum<\/span>
Rings - platinum and white gold<\/span><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Nowadays the silver mineral has a special status; platinum albums and credit cards are direct proof of that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Table: white gold and platinum in what is the difference, the differences in the main criteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The difference between these two precious metals becomes more obvious if we compare their main characteristics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Criterion<\/th>Gold<\/th>Platinum<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Shade<\/td>The desired shade is achieved by adding additives to the composition.<\/td>Silver-white tone of natural origin.<\/td><\/tr>
Hardness<\/td>Soft metal, durability depends directly on the percentage of ligature in the composition.<\/td>It is a very strong material, with no additives.<\/td><\/tr>
Reaction to different substances<\/td>Alloy should be protected from contact with aggressive chemicals.<\/td>No reactions with synthetic components are observed.<\/td><\/tr>
Mining<\/td>About a ton of rock is processed to produce 10 grams.<\/td>About 3 tons of rock are processed to produce 10 grams.<\/td><\/tr>
How time affects<\/td>Requires regular maintenance, can fade, yellowing.<\/td>The color does not change. There may be a coating on the surface.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Differences in proof and marking of platinum and white gold<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Consider another big difference between platinum and white gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To give new properties, such as resistance to various influences and changes in color, to the basic precious metals are added a ligature - a variety of impurities.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The content of the purest precious metal and other elements will be evidenced by the markings on the product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Differences<\/span>
White gold rings with stones<\/span><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In order to change the original shade of the sun's precious metal, more 20% impurities are added to it. On the shelves of jewelry boutiques you can see the following grades:<\/p>\n\n\n\n